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Katherine Sanango

Linden

Summary

Dynamic legal professional with extensive experience at Gill & Chamas, excelling in case management and electronic filing. Proven ability to enhance document organization and improve client communication. Recognized for leadership in developing efficient filing systems, ensuring timely access to critical information, and consistently supporting attorneys in high-pressure environments.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Legal Assistant

Gill & Chamas
Woodbridge
05.2021 - Current
  • Drafted legal documents and correspondence for attorneys and clients.
  • Managed case files and maintained organized electronic records system.
  • Provided administrative support to attorneys by managing calendars; scheduling appointments; organizing files; preparing correspondence; filing court documents; and obtaining necessary signatures.

Legal Assistant

Ginarte, O'Dwyer, Gonzalez, Gallardo & Winograd, L
Newark
01.2021 - 05.2021
  • Filed clients' legal documents in relevant courts for processing.
  • Updated databases with new information received from attorneys or clients.
  • Maintained knowledge on case status by reviewing relevant records and reporting back to clients.

Legal File Clerk

Gill & Chamas
Woodbridge
02.2019 - 01.2021
  • Organized legal documents and files for efficient retrieval and management.
  • Developed filing systems to improve document organization within the office.
  • Scanned hard copy files into digital format for archival purposes.

Education

Master of Arts - POLICE GRADUATE STUDIES PROGRAM

Seton Hall University
South Orange, NJ
01-2021

Post-Degree Certificate - Paralegal Studies

Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ
01-2020

Bachelor of Science - Justice Studies

Berkeley College
Woodbridge, NJ
01-2018

Associate of Applied Science - Justice Studies

Berkeley College
Woodbridge, NJ
01-2016

Skills

  • Case management
  • Electronic filing
  • Client communication
  • Problem solving
  • Organizational skills
  • Supervision and leadership
  • Calendar management
  • Drafting legal documents

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Legal Assistant

Gill & Chamas
05.2021 - Current

Legal Assistant

Ginarte, O'Dwyer, Gonzalez, Gallardo & Winograd, L
01.2021 - 05.2021

Legal File Clerk

Gill & Chamas
02.2019 - 01.2021

Master of Arts - POLICE GRADUATE STUDIES PROGRAM

Seton Hall University

Post-Degree Certificate - Paralegal Studies

Montclair State University

Bachelor of Science - Justice Studies

Berkeley College

Associate of Applied Science - Justice Studies

Berkeley College